Yves Béhar, the Swiss designer based in San Francisco, has long tailored his signature stylings with an impeccable fusion of design and technology. Taking on a complex and complete approach to study the effects of the technological revolution as it applies to the use of spaces and our relationships with them, the creative has found his ideal project in the design of workspaces — a field where tech plays a crucial role in productive change.

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Here in San Francisco, Yves Béhar teamed up with Amir Mortazavi and Steve Mohebi to design the Canopy Jackson Square coworking space, which joins the Canopy coworking agency’s first outpost in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Both spaces were created in collaboration with Béhar, founder of Fuseproject design studio, and Mortazavi, who leads M-Projects, a bespoke property development company.

Spanning over 1,200 square meters on the top floor of a brick building, the coworking space is situated at the intersection of several old neighborhoods. Immersed in the historic community of San Francisco, the workspace draws energy from the popular culture rooted in the area, providing inspiration for its members.

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The color palette chosen borrows distinct shades from iconic San Francisco buildings, like the green of Columbus Tower, where Francis Ford Coppola wrote Apocalypse Now, or the pale pink of City Lights, the independent bookstore specialized in world literature, arts, and progressive politics.

Inside, the large open layout is striking not only for the space it covers, but also the furnishings that punctuate and delineate the working areas. Following suit with Béhar’s proclivity for everything hi-tech, 1970’s inspired Herman Miller lounge chairs are updated with USB ports and integrated outlets at their base. To complete the retro styled scene are Preben Dahl lights hanging above the sofas, while the ceiling has been clad in wooden slabs to better soundproof the studio.

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The open space leads naturally to a break area with a community kitchen, while a series of small offices enclosed in glass are developed along with the wings. At our feet, light wood parquet extends throughout the common areas to accompany the soft tones found in furnishings, contrasting with private meeting rooms that offer a selection of richer materials. There, members will find Verdi Alpi marble, present both on the walls and on table surfaces, alongside blackened wood details and pavement with marked textures.

Canopy, in compliance with California State laws, also provides working mothers with a nursing room.

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But the highlight of Canopy Jackson Square, remains the stunning terrace and its panoramic views over the skyscrapers of downtown San Francisco, like the iconic Transamerica Pyramid, decorated with outdoor furniture designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Kettal. The space can also be partially covered and heated to ensure that Canopy members can work outside all year.